Devagiri Retreat India

Devagiri Retreat is a 40-year-old Coffee Estate and farm run by Hodachalli family. The integrated Homestay within the Coffee Estate offers a peaceful place for holidaying, trekking, partying, camping, adventure activities and more. We are an easy-going and welcoming Indian family and have lived on the property for 40 years. We invite you to feel at home with us and look forward to meeting you and also to share some great Indian food. Our houses are located within the estate and you are absolutely... read more

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